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Little kids steal the show at the Par 3 Contest

Some of the all-time greats and best players in the world are participating in the Masters Par 3 Contest, but the little kids have been the stars of the afternoon.

Rob Carr

The Masters Par 3 Contest is a time to watch what the best players in the world can do with a wedge in their hand and while hole-in-ones and close shots are fun, the real highlight of the contest are the little kids.

The Par 3 Contest is a family affair with many players bringing their kids, spouses, etc. along as caddies. Sometimes the kids get in a hack or two, often showing off their putting skills.

This young girl took an interesting approach to the tricky Augusta greens, using a driver instead of a putter. It worked:

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That is one strategy, but another young golfer opted for a different and even more unconventional technique. Who needs a putter, or a driver, or any club when you can simply throw the ball into the hole:

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Little kids playing golf, still the best.

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